Mandarin Translator Analyst (Davao)

PwC South East Asia Consulting; Makati; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC South East Asia Consulting in Manila is seeking a Mandarin Translator / Analyst to support documentation translation, review, and analysis for KYC, AML, and Financial Crime processes. Fresh graduates welcome; strong Mandarin language skills and eagerness to learn are essential.

You will translate Mandarin and English documents, conduct research, document findings, screen names, and assist with QA across jurisdictions, while training and coaching junior teammates and contributing to process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
• Strong Mandarin Chinese language proficiency (Traditional Chinese preferred).
• Ability to read, write, and communicate professionally in both Mandarin and English.
• Fresh graduates welcome to apply.
• Experience in translation, interpretation, customer service, BPO, shared services, operations, compliance, or financial services is an advantage but not required.
• Prior experience in KYC, AML, Financial Crime, Risk, or Compliance is an advantage but not required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Translate, review, and analyze Mandarin and English documents related to customer due diligence and compliance activities
• Support KYC, periodic reviews, and customer due diligence processes
• Conduct research using internal systems, public sources, and regulatory databases
• Review customer information and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Accurately document findings, observations, and decisions in required systems and templates
• Perform name screening, background research, and verification activities in accordance with established procedures
• Identify and escalate potential risks, discrepancies, and information gaps
• Support quality assurance and documentation requirements for Financial Crime and KYC reviews
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members across different jurisdictions
• Participate in training, coaching, and capability development programs
• Support quality reviews and workflow coordination
• Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members
• Serve as a point of contact for Mandarin-language related queries and escalations
• Support process improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Bilingual Mandarin/English

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Specialism

Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE)

Job Description & Summary

This role is designed for Mandarin-speaking professionals who are interested in building a career in Financial Crime and compliance. Successful candidates will support the translation, review, and analysis of Mandarin and English documentation while receiving structured training in Know Your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Financial Crime operations. We welcome fresh graduates, career shifters, translators, language specialists, and professionals from diverse backgrounds who possess strong Mandarin language proficiency and are eager to learn. Success in this role depends on strong language skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a structured, quality-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Mandarin Translator / Analyst, you will:

• Translate, review, and analyze Mandarin and English documents related to customer due diligence and compliance activities
• Support KYC, periodic reviews, and customer due diligence processes
• Conduct research using internal systems, public sources, and regulatory databases
• Review customer information and supporting documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Accurately document findings, observations, and decisions in required systems and templates
• Perform name screening, background research, and verification activities in accordance with established procedures
• Identify and escalere potential risks, discrepancies, and information gaps
• Support quality assurance and documentation requirements for Financial Crime and KYC reviews
• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members across different jurisdictions
• Participate in training, coaching, and capability development programs
• Support quality reviews and workflow coordination
• Provide guidance and coaching to junior team members
• Serve as a point of contact for Mandarin-language related queries and escalations
• Support process improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Strong Mandarin Chinese language proficiency (Traditional Chinese preferred)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate professionally in both Mandarin and English
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Experience in translation, interpretation, customer service, business process outsourcing (BPO), shared services, operations, compliance, or financial services is an advantage but not required
• Prior experience in KYC, AML, Financial Crime, Risk, or Compliance is an advantage but not required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Anti-Bribery, Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, Business Ethics, Code of Ethics, Communication, Compliance and Governance, Compliance and Standards, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Frameworks, Compliance Program Implementation, Compliance Reporting, Compliance Review, Compliance Risk Assessment, Compliance Training, Controls Compliance, Cybersecurity Risk Management, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Protection Management (DPM), Disability Support, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Ethics Training {+ 25 more}

Desired Languages

(If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

Yes